Catalyst for Payment Reform June 20, 2022
At the risk of appearing tone deaf, we think it’s time for employers and other health care purchasers to give high-performance network plans a serious look. Yes, we realize employers are stressed about recruitment, retention, and engagement. And the latest data confirms there is a severe talent shortage. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of April 2022, 4.4 million people quit their jobs, 11.4 million job openings remain unfilled and the unemployment rate was just 3.6%. What employer in their right mind would offer a health insurance plan that limits which health care providers their employees can see?
Before you quit reading, consider that a high-performance network doesn’t have to be the only plan an employer offers. It’s...